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July 11, 2019

Finger Lakes Wine Festival kicks Off Summer with Yancey’s Fancy Launch of the Lakes, Debut of the Goddess of Wine

The 2019 Finger Lakes Wine Festival presented by Yancey’s Fancy New York’s Artisan Cheese begins Friday, July 12 in unique style during the event’s traditional kick-off party, Yancey’s Fancy Launch of the Lakes.

This year’s event will feature a new twist on the Greek master of ceremonies as Marla Wilson will be featured as the Goddess of Wine, blessing the Festival and leading the toga and costume competition. Wilson, a native of Corning, NY will also be featured as the instructor for Dance Fit Diva’s, an enthusiastic aerobics dance program located in the Launch of the Lakes area at 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. both Saturday and Sunday of the Festival.

Gates open at 5:00 p.m. for this fun-filled evening previewing several exclusive Festival wineries, sampling of artisan cheese provided by Yancey’s Fancy, fireworks display, and contests awarding the best togas and costumes in attendance. Live music by Buffalo, N.Y. native and performer on NBC’s The Voice, Keith James Band will also be featured.

Yancey’s Fancy Launch of the Lakes includes the opportunity to win a variety of prizes in the toga contest in categories such as Most Creative Toga and Most Creative Costume. Two individuals will also be crowned by the Goddess of Wine as the 2019 King and Queen of the Festival. Guests are encouraged to check www.flwinefest.com for the latest contest categories.

Admission is only $20 and tickets for this entertaining night will be available at the gate, however, advanced purchase is strongly encouraged. The Launch of the Lakes is a separate event from the Finger Lakes Wine Festival, and is not included in regular festival admission.

Camping, along with admission, for the Finger Lakes Wine Festival presented by Yancey’s Fancy New York’s Artisan Cheese, and accompanying weekend events can be purchased by visiting www.flwinefest.com.

The Finger Lakes Wine Festival presented by Yancey’s Fancy New York’s Artisan Cheese, July 12-14, offers the largest showcase of New York State wines with over 90 wineries paired with regional artisans, music, and seminars all in one beautiful location. Tickets are available for the event voted “Best Wine Festival” by readers of USA Today by calling 866-461-7223 or at www.flwinefest.com.